This Luger has a 300mm
Barrel (11 3/4") and is fitted with a forearm actuator lug which works in
conjunction with the actuator located in the forearm. The
forearm stock is finely detailed while the matching rear stock is of the finest
grain checkering.
The first toggle link is marked
with the DWM monogram, and there are the last two digits of the serial
number on the last toggle
link.

The stock is a two-screw attachment; the early
carbines were one-screw.
Serial number placement is in the commercial ("hidden") style.
This example has all matching numbers and is commercially nitro proofed.

The front site is raised with a brass bead
on the very end.. The rear sight is a three position out to 300
meters. The frame is the old long model with a
stock lug and frame extension for the fully contoured checkered forearm.

First manufactured by DWM (Deutsche Waffen und Munitionsfabriken) as the 1902 Model this is said to be the first Luger
with the stock lug. Designed as a sporting weapon with the
detachable stock and fired with a special higher power cartridge the
enable the full recoil to take place. It has been stated that Kaiser
Wilhelm II hunted with one and also presented one to President Theodore
Roosevelt whose museum displays it today. DWM
began to produce them again in the 1920's with the full curled knobs and
in rare cases 9mm, one known in .45 caliber.

There is an export
(Germany) markings on the weapon.
Serial number placement is in the commercial ("hidden") style. This carbine has
all matching numbers. The thumb safety is not marked, safe is up. The
Luger has the long sear with the squeeze grip safety.

The stock is 330 mm
and the overall length of the gun is 740 mm (74 cm - 29 1/8th Inch).

In the 1920's when DWM resumed production of the Luger there were many
attempts to regain the commercial sales that were forsaken during the 1st
World War. There was not a large production of these weapons and the majority
of them were re-built from existing parts or conversions from surplus
parts. There were very few newly manufactured and among those the 9mm are
the rarest.

The grips are walnut, fine
checkered and are in excellent condition. The checkering extends to
the stock in a magnificent display of craftsmanship. The sight is three
position out to 300 meters. The Luger is proofed with the export
markings expected of the American Eagles sent to the United States in the
1920's.

The
full serial number is at the bottom of the barrel, and on the frame
extension (forearm attachment). The last two digits appear on
the takedown lever, the trigger, the side plate, the rear toggle, under
the front toggle, the breach block, the receiver, and the front stock.

On the Left:

We can see the three-position front sight and the
American Eagle. The American Eagle was first added to the 1900 test
guns of the US Army. Much as an advertising ploy that was successful
with the Swiss Cross DWM used the American Eagle to sell guns in the US.

On the Right:

True export marked Parabellums
also had the orginal magazines marked "Germany" as this one demonstrates.

The front ramp sight is topped
with a brass bead that was popular as a commercial target sight during the
early years of production.

The front stock below does not
require the mortised "actuator" that was found in the 7.65mm to assist the
gun back in battery. The 9mm round had the power to bring about the
full recoil and make it a fine addition to the DWM commercial Luger's.

Also the grip safety is the old style, fully covering the back strap.

This is simply a beautiful example of a 1920 Commercial Swiss
Carbine.

Above the frog on the
case closure bears the early stamp of Abercrombie & Fitch.

It isn't too often
that you find yourself in awe of craftsmanship in weaponry. These
carbines were made in time when all the pieces were fitted and precision
was a measurement of the art. This is truly a work of art
and will grace someone's collection as not only a rare and unique weapon
but also one of pride. Any
question please direct to
josef@phoenixinvestmentarms.com.

THIS FIREARM IS NOT FOR SALE AND IS
PRESENTED FOR YOUR REVIEW AND ENJOYMENT.